The 22 Books From the '90s That You Need to Read With Your Kids

Year published: 1993

Why your child needs to read it: Although the topics covered in this particular book in the series are pretty deep (with nods to bullying, stereotypical gender roles, and child abuse, mainly), it’s a good one to put into the rotation early to open lines of communication with your little one.

Shop: The Berenstain Bears and the Bully by Stan and Jan Berenstain ($4, originally $5)